We are the Inverurie Ramblers. We open the way for everyone in our local community to enjoy the pleasures of walking.
Jacqueline T.
This will be a 6 miles Leisurely circular walk before the we commence the AGM at the Square Deal, 22-23 The Square, Huntly. The walk will be to the north east of Huntly, in the country to the east of the River Deveron and the railway line and to the west of the A97 heading up to Banff. We will walk west to the railway line to Keith and take a track alongside for a mile. The main wooded section of the walk then follows for the next mile through Kinnoir Wood. The route goes round the northern edge of Mungo Wood, with views to the west and north. Much of the woods have been felled on the return route south. We come out into open country. There follows one very easy low gate to climb to access a large field. The views are now to Clashmach Hill looking south. We reach the gate into northern end of Battlehill Wood. From here it is less than a mile back to the car park through the mixed woodland.
Nature of the terrain – Tracks and paths, one field to cross. There are often lovely views to the surrounding low hills and the more distant countryside (including Ben Rinnes).
Bring a snack and something to drink for the walk and a packed lunch which we will have at 1pm, at the Square Deal, before the AGM, which will commence at 2pm. Tea/coffee and biscuits will be provided from about 1.15pm.
As usual there will be a raffle for club funds; donations of unisex prizes would be gratefully appreciated. Suggested value £5 but is entirely up to you.
We look forward to seeing those who are able to attend. Refreshments will be available for everyone, even if you do not attend the walk. Remember to bring some cash for the raffle tickets.
Booking is essential. Please contact the walk leader Jay on the contact details provided to book, or if you have any questions, by the Thursday evening prior to the walk. Please phone or text indicating if you will be attending the walk and/or the AGM and any special dietary requirements. If you leave a message please remember to leave your name and contact telephone number. Confirmation of your booking is required for attendance. It is essential for the walk leader to know who is coming on the walk and the AGM and to be able to contact people should there be any changes. Please remember to contact the walk leader if you are no longer able to attend.
Additional Details
Walking boots or good trainers, with a thick sole are advised. Some of the tracks are quite stony in places under foot. Please bring your waterproof jacket and overtrousers, warm clothes, hat, gloves and walking poles, if you use them on easy tracks. Bring some food and a hot / cold drink for the stops.
Parking - For the walk - Battlehill Walkers Car Park. For the AGM - Eastpark Street car park, off Castle Street, Huntly, Grid reference: NJ 53030 40042, Nearest postcode: AB54 8BN, what3words: indicates.branching.grants.
Toilets – There are public toilets in the main Huntly Market Muir car park, if you turn into Huntly from the Asda roundabout, on George V Avenue (probably no need to pay parking for a 2 mins stop). Or at Asda. You then have to drive back to the Battlehill Car Park.
Battlehill Walkers’ Car Park. Coming from the Aberdeen direction, turn Right off the A96, 500m after the Banff junction onto the branch of the A97 going into Huntly (past the Station). The lane to the walkers’ car park is only 200m from the A96 junction, and is signed to Battlehill Wood (It’s a small car park and forward parking is advised). OS Landranger Map 29 Banff & Huntly, or Explorer map 425 Huntly & Cullen.
Battlehill Walkers’ Car Park. Coming from the Aberdeen direction, turn Right off the A96, 500m after the Banff junction onto the branch of the A97 going into Huntly (past the Station). The lane to the walkers’ car park is only 200m from the A96 junction, and is signed to Battlehill Wood (It’s a small car park and forward parking is advised). OS Landranger Map 29 Banff & Huntly, or Explorer map 425 Huntly & Cullen.
